Head of Welfare & Wellbeing
On-siteSa, Distrito de Aveiro, Portuguese Republic
Job Summary
Define and oversee the Welfare and Wellbeing framework for the entire project life cycle, aligning with international standards and Vision 2030 objectives. Manage daily operations of worker accommodations, medical clinics, catering, and mental health support systems while establishing audit mechanisms to monitor contractor compliance with labor laws and human rights standards. Serve as the principal advisor on workforce crises, grievances, and community health risks, leading swift mitigation strategies. Collaborate directly with client executives, government entities, and third-party auditors to report on welfare metrics and champion a culture of care across a massive, diverse multinational workforce.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Sociology, Public Health, Psychology, Construction Management, or a related field
- 20+ years of progressive experience in workforce welfare, industrial relations, human rights compliance, or HSE management
- Proven experience directing welfare operations for massive, high-value infrastructure projects, heavy civil engineering works, or remote giga-projects ($10B+ value)
- Prior experience in the Middle East (GCC region)
- A deep understanding of Saudi Arabian labor laws and the social dynamics of multinational labor forces
Desired Qualifications
- A Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, CIPD)
- Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and firmly enforce compliance mandates with multi-tiered contractors
- Exceptional empathy and communication skills, with the ability to bridge cultural and linguistic gaps across a diverse workforce
- Skilled in leveraging data analytics to track welfare trends, predict risks, and measure the ROI of wellbeing programs
- Thrives in high-pressure, fast-paced, and remote project environments
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